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Anurag Kashyap Criticizes Bollywood's Political Influence, Praises South Cinema
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 16 Aug 2026, 02:48 PM
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Director Anurag Kashyap has warned that Bollywood readily succumbs to political pressure, contrasting it with the South Indian film industry's relative independence.
Director Anurag Kashyap, known for his bold storytelling, recently spoke out about the influence of political power on the Hindi film industry.
He said that Bollywood often bends to political demands, compromising artistic choices.
In contrast, Kashyap noted that the South Indian film industry remains largely free from such pressures.
He added that some people feel ashamed of this disparity, but the South continues to uphold its creative integrity.
He said that Bollywood often bends to political demands, compromising artistic choices.
In contrast, Kashyap noted that the South Indian film industry remains largely free from such pressures.
He added that some people feel ashamed of this disparity, but the South continues to uphold its creative integrity.